Description
Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos (Crispy & Loaded) are a delightful twist on traditional tacos, perfect for any occasion. With seasoned beef, melted cheese, and a variety of fresh toppings, these crispy tacos will satisfy your cravings and impress your family or guests. This quick recipe is ready in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Customize each taco with your favorite toppings, from cool guacamole to spicy jalapeños, ensuring everyone can enjoy their taco just the way they like it!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- ⅔ cup tomato sauce or salsa
- 8 hard taco shells
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Fresh toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, guacamole
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange taco shells upright in a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in garlic and taco seasoning; add tomato sauce or salsa and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Fill each taco shell with the beef mixture and top generously with cheese.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and shells are golden.
- Top with fresh ingredients before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg